An Associated Press report shows Governor Edwards knew that State Troopers were involved in a violent struggle with Ronald Greene, but didn’t say anything despite conflicting reports about Greene’s death. Here’s Jeff Palermo.

Cut 2 (40)…I’m Jeff Palermo.”

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The governor’s office also announced that Kevin Richard will replace Kimberly Lewis as Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Revenue. Lewis has accepted a position at LSU.

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A federal judge in Washington has invalidated a Gulf of Mexico oil lease sale over concerns it will harm the climate by producing more planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions. Louisiana Oil and Gas Association President Mike Moncla says its disappointing Judge Rudolph Contreras supports the Biden Administration’s energy policy…

Cut 4 (08) “…all doubled.”

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Saints executive vice president and General Manager Mickey Loomis provided an update on the status of the team’s head coaching search on Friday. With the Senior Bowl coming up next weekend and the NFL scouting combine just a month away, Loomis understands the time crunch but says the Saints won’t be rushed.

Cut 14 (12) “…diligent about that.”

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